2024-09-15 15:28:16
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In Guinea, the challenge of change and replacement takes on a particularly significant dimension in the context of transition: its political, economic and social issues. The country is at a crossroads where the need for transformation is pressing. In this context, it is crucial to understand that simply replacing the figureheads or the structures in place will not be enough to resolve the underlying problems.
Change, in the case of Guinea, must be seen as a deep and structured process. It involves not only institutional reforms and changes in leadership, but also a fundamental revision of practices, policies and mentalities. Real change must address the root causes of corruption, poor governance and inequality, and not simply substitute one entity for another without touching the underlying dynamics.
Replacing leaders or politicians without a significant overhaul of governance structures and processes will only produce temporary effects, a “Get out of here so I can get in.” Guinea needs a systemic transformation that includes reforms in the judicial system, administrative transparency and citizen participation. Replacement without a paradigm shift risks maintaining the status quo and reproducing the same problems in another form. It is high time to put an end to this exploitation and endemic corruption. The practices that are destroying our nation must stop. We must sweep away this corruption that is eating away at our country. Guinea is home to Muslims and Christians, and despite the teachings of the Bible and the Quran, some continue to subvert the values they profess. Because in reality, these are opportunities to siphon off public resources and enrich their relatives. The more they accumulate, the more they want, while allowing our country to deteriorate and mortgage the future of current and future generations.
It is no longer enough to talk about change or replacement. We must act. The only way to bring about real change is to punish those who abuse power, ending their impunity. The measures must be severe: they must be confronted, punished and held accountable.
It is therefore imperative that reform efforts in Guinea be accompanied by a vision for profound change. New directions must go beyond appearances to address the roots of structural challenges. Initiatives to replace old systems must be integrated into a comprehensive transformation strategy that prioritizes sustainability, equity, and efficiency.
We must also be exemplary in our own actions. It is crucial that our words and actions are consistent. If we advocate integrity while practicing the opposite, we lose all credibility. Punishment for misconduct must be done without any consideration of tribalism or favoritism.
Only with unwavering determination and rigorous application of justice can we hope for a true renewal for our country.
At this time of rebuilding of the State by the CNRD, even if we welcome the first 36 months of management, we ask the authorities to pay more attention to the mechanism of replacing executives in order to definitively curb the scourge of corruption.
Ultimately, Guinea must embrace change as a powerful tool for social and political transformation. The replacement of obsolete structures must be coupled with a substantial change in practices and mentalities to ensure a real and lasting impact. Only an integrated approach, combining replacement and profound change, can lead to a more prosperous and just future for the country.
Soninke DIANÉ
Consultant-Trainer
Framework of the National Transitional Council.
Tel: 622 57 48 60